Government has not yet committed to repatriation flights as Emirates, Etihad and Qatar-airways" class="entity-link entity-organization" data-entity-id="9734" data-entity-type="organization">Qatar Airways commercial operations remain suspended Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The Australian government says travellers should be prepared for “serious” disruptions in coming days amid the turmoil in the Middle East, saying there are limits to what the government can do to help those stranded in the region. The foreign affairs minister, Penny Wong, said many Australians would be affected as countries shuttered their airspace amid the US and Israel’s attacks on Iran . Three major airports that connect Europe and Africa to Asia, in Qatar, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, halted operations as the latter two suffered damage during the conflict. Continue reading...
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SUN · 2026-03-01 · 21:47 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0301-20421
NSR-2026-0301-20421News Report·EN·Conflict
Iran conflict to cause ‘serious’ travel disruptions as 115,000 Australians remain in region amid cancelled flights
The Australian government is warning of "serious" travel disruptions in the Middle East due to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the US, and Israel. Approximately 115,000 Australians are currently in the region, and the government has not yet committed to repatriation flights.
Nick VisserThe Guardian - World NewsFiled 2026-03-01 · 21:47 GMTLean · Center-LeftRead · 1 min
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The Australian government is warning of "serious" travel disruptions in the Middle East due to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the US, and Israel. Approximately 115,000 Australians are currently in the region, and the government has not yet committed to repatriation flights. Major airlines like Emirates, Etihad, and Qatar Airways have suspended operations, impacting travel through key hubs in Qatar, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi, some of which sustained damage. Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong stated that airspace closures will affect many Australians and that the government's ability to assist those stranded is limited. Travelers are advised to prepare for significant delays and cancellations.
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Government has not yet committed to repatriation flights.
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115,000 Australians remain in region.
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Many Australians would be affected as countries shuttered their airspace.
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Iran conflict to cause ‘serious’ travel disruptions.
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Travellers should be prepared for “serious” disruptions in coming days.
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